@51JohnDeereB That's a good question. Most pony engines had a hard life. Starting and stopping with little use in between. To the best of my knowledge, there is not a recommended method of running time. I know of a pony engine restorer that would run them quite a bit before and after starting in the belief that it would prolong the life of the pony engine. I think that is the best way to do it. The problem with that is the gas tank is so small, you soon will be looking for a gas can.
@1969nb Thanks. I had a little minni ditch digger on the back to lay a tv cable to my pole barn when I thought, "this would make a nice picture". That's how it happen! JS
We have an Old model R deere sitting in our shed. The pony popped a rod back in the 70's and was left alone. During that time my grandfather pulled it with another one of our tractors to start it until the early 80's. when it was parked in the shed and used as a shelf. to this day it still has not seem the light of day, covered with cardboard and plastic, than with what ever else could be piled onto it. I wish he would let me dig it out and work on it. Thanks for sharing!
@BillTheTractorMan You need to pull the old R out and bring it back to life. You have too much history there! It may be in better shape then you think. Richard Hain, editor of the Green Magazine, picked up an old R and got it back in running shape. It's not easy, but worth it. JS
@senyko I'm trying to find parts for the diesel and a new sleeve for the pony engine as it was rebuilt but one of the sleeves is bad.
Any tips on where to find a rebuild kit for the diesel and a sleeve for the pony? I think if I can get some more info and show some more interest he might let me play with it some.
@flanksteak2 That was my fault. I engaged it a little to fast. If you do it right there is no grinding. You need it at full throttle as that is where it gets its power. JS
@flanksteak2 This cranking engine is a very short stroke engine. It has zero lugging power. It gets all of its power from speed. It would stall quickly. Plus, it needs the full throttle as the exhaust of the cranking engine heats the incoming air for the big engine. It also uses the big engine's coolant to cool down the cranking engine which in turns heats the big engine coolant. This is done as per the operators manual. JS
Sure brings back a lot of memories! I spent so much time on one of those I began to think it grew out of my backside. We had a Massey 81, an H and the big diesel. Grew up in the corn patch around Ottumwa, Ia. And yeah no finer sound on the planet!!! Fella down the road had a gas 730 and a 60 and on the other side of us a 70 and a 50.
@ureonmyhitlist If it is a diesel then I think you mean converted it to 12 volt electric start. I would like to know if that works good. If you mean convert the 6 volt electrical system with cranking engine to 12 volt, I think that would be difficult. JS
Beautiful Restoration! & I Agree, The 2Cyl John Deere Diesel engine is the Best Sound you'll ever hear, Like the Deep tones of a Locomotive Steam Whistle, Music to my ears!
the correct way to start one.. waitin on the oil pressure.. seen many people ruin big engine by starting to fast without waitin on the oil pressure.. nice tractor..
@senyko was that alot of money ;o im not that in to tractors and stuff but i like the sound of engines idk im weird im more into cars but what a mighty fine looking tractor that is lolz
@TheBran1262 I don't do a complete teardown restoration. I try to buy a decent running tractor and then make the necessary repairs. I did have to completely rebuild the cranking engine, fan unit, radiator, governor, inter thrust spacer on flywheel side crankshaft and much more than I can remember. Most of it was labor, so was not that expensive. JS
@TortugoBionico Translated to english: (730 is a beauty! Here in Argentina it is a field classic, thanks.)
I welcome your comment from your great country Argentina. The 730's that were exported to Argentina are desired here in the US as a great collectable item. Thanks for your interest. JS
@mowat440 I think that you are referring to the International Harvester (Famall) Company which had gas/diesel change over. John Deere never had that combo. They used separate gas engines to start their diesels. JS
Wonderful, wonderful, GREAT video! Best video of this tractor I have ever seen!
Great explanation of tractor and use and options/accessories.
My first experience of these tractors was at the age of four between my father's legs driving (while he was sleeping) his new 1954 70 Diesel with a 'pony' motor. When he purchased a new 730 Diesel to compliment the 70 Diesel, he chose the electric start and it became my tractor to use!
I still get goosebumps from hearing the starting of this tractor!
Great video & GREAT tractor. I grew up on a farm in SD in the 50' & 60's. We farmed with Case tractors, but I always loved the old "Johnny Poppers". A guy I worked for when I was about 15 had a 70 diesel, but didn't know how to start it right--he would open the throttle before he engaged the starting clutch--OK when cold but did it hot one time & the engine fired too soon, started backwards and broke a valve in the pony.
That's a great story! 80% of people starting the two cylinder diesels have the throttle open. The operators manual tells you not to do that, but they do it anyway.
i agree i love the old "johnny poppers".. i have 2 old poppers. i have a 1956 jd 60 and a 1948 jd B which is being restored and then going to be used for show... i love listening to the popping.. i put my ear up to the stack and just listen to it for a long time..
nice video of your 730, why not add a video starting your '38 G now..back in the '60s we farmed a section with a 720D & 730e (elect. start).. never did like the electric start, couldn't keep those four 6volt batteries charged high enough to turn that engine enough cranks to start it even in the summer.. down side to the pony motor was points could burn up easy leaving the start switch on or running out of gas at the worst time, but I never tired of using either one when they were running!
International tractor gas/diesels were a very good setup. They were the leaders in diesel engine technology for many years. You have a good argument. JS
I have got me a nice john Deere 70W Gas and it will be a pretty nice tractor once it is painted And it is so nice to see such a good sounding awesome lookin' antique john deere deisel
sorry im italian and im a bit ignorant about this kind of engine... but what does this have on it? like two engines? one for the warm up and one to ordinary drive?
Before 1960's there was no way to start a diesel (no glow plugs), especially when it's cold out, other than having a gasoline engine to start first which would warm up the diesel. When it was warm enough, then you could use the same gasoline engine to turn it over and start it. After the diesel engine started, then you would stop the gasoline engine. JS
Yes you can. I fact some recommend this because the pony engine doesn't get enough use. I know one guy that uses the pony to drive the tractor out of his barn so that it doesn't stink up the place and give the pony a good workout. You just put it in gear, hold the engaging lever and push in the clutch. The gas tank only holds one quart, so you are constantly filling it though. JS
That is a mighty nice sounding 730 you got there. My dad to this day wishes he hadn't sold his 730 Diesel electric start. We still use our 1957 720 LP Gas every season to tug the sprayer around our farm. It's the 14th 720 ever made and the first one to make it to Texas.
Your right. Also, most people advance the throttle before the start procedure which can do harm to the engine. You only advance the throttle when conditions are correct to start big engine. JS
I can't remember exactly where, but was near Springfield, IL. I will have to dig through some of my paperwork. The tractor was rough, but sheetmetal was good and the big engine ran well. The inside thrust washer on the crank (flywheel side) was bad. The cranking engine was in very bad shape. It is a very interesting engine. 2 inch throw and 2 inch pistons. All pistons go up at the same time. Hard to work on, but is rewarding when it runs right after your done.
I love watching old tractors, John Deere or not, always been facinated in the way they startup, run, and move. Could ride on 1 for hours. Awesome video
Yes. There is a knob just below the throttle that stops the throttle lever for idle. When the stop knob is pulled out the throttle lever is pulled past idle to full fuel shutoff. JS
Nice 730. I disagree with you on your starting procedure. Throttle should be at at least 1/8-1/4. That is why you had excessive cranking under full compression. I have a 720 diesel and it starts so much better with just a little throttle.
Well I have a difference of opinion on this, but appreciate the comments. Excessive cranking under commpression was my decision to build up heat (simulating cold weather). When I felt like it was ready to start, I advanced the throttle and it will start with nearly no black smoke as there is not any fuel in the combustion chambers until the throttle allows it. This is the recomemded starting procedrue by Deere.
@senyko Beautiful tractor. [ Drool ] I grew up with a 730DE and a 720 D Pony. Very nice and correct starting procedure. Very diplomatic reply to 720diesel. You are as cool as your tractors.
Very beautiful sound and restoration! The 730 is one of my favorite tractors and I hope to buy one someday, I also really like the '38 G you have setting there, I am currently restoring a '38 B and I have completely disassembled it cleaned everything and put it back together with new or good parts wherever needed, I now have it running perfect and hope to get it painted next summer. Again, excellent job on both tractors! You should get a video starting and running the G. Thanks for the nice vid!
That is a very nice restoration job, I am working on restoring a 1956 john deere 60. i was very interested in the history of the tractor. just a great flawless restoration. Good Job.
Thanks, My Dad bought a John Deere 60brand new. The advancment over the A was amazing. Live PTO, live hydraulic, power steering and duplex carburator made a beautiful tractor. When you get done, you will love it. The 45 loader was also meant for that tractor. Got one for sale if interested.
OK, let me get this straight: You're engaging the compression release, then engaging cranking engine and crank, release compression release and crank, then a tap of the throttle and it goes? The cranking engine is gas, right? Enjoyed the video!
Yes, that is correct. The last part of the starting operation is advancing the throttle. When it is very cold out, you need to run the gas cranking engine longer to warm up the big engine. Also, you can check the oil pressure. With the throttle pulled all the way back, fuel is shut off. By advancing the throttle when it is ready, it will start with no or very little smoke.
WOW, it sure sounds awful when starting up. My Benz had glow plugs didn't sound like that. OF course Mercedes knows how to make a excellent diesel engine.
i really dont have anything to add but when it is 40 below outside i will sit in here watch your video drink beer and let my 820 sleep thank you and youtube
Fantastic video! I grew up on a 70 Diesel, that was only 15 years ago, my dad liked the old tractors too. :)
johndeerejoe1 1 month ago
@johndeerejoe1 Thanks.
senyko 1 month ago
Very nice 730. Gotta love that idle ;)
MichaelTJD60 2 months ago
Hi how long do you let your pony motor run after the tractor has started?
51JohnDeereB 3 months ago
@51JohnDeereB That's a good question. Most pony engines had a hard life. Starting and stopping with little use in between. To the best of my knowledge, there is not a recommended method of running time. I know of a pony engine restorer that would run them quite a bit before and after starting in the belief that it would prolong the life of the pony engine. I think that is the best way to do it. The problem with that is the gas tank is so small, you soon will be looking for a gas can.
senyko 3 months ago
Remarkable. Really cool video. Thx for the history lesson, and that awesome start-up procedure!
PirateSygnal 3 months ago
@PirateSygnal Thanks, it is a fun tractor. JS
senyko 3 months ago
do you sell it?
kaukoleniukas 4 months ago
@kaukoleniukas Nope!
senyko 4 months ago
I agree with, "One of the best sounds you'll ever hear."
zigZag776 6 months ago
beautiful tractor. Thanks for sharing
nellaivel21 6 months ago
how much money was it
kittymerr 6 months ago
I saw your beautiful tractor in Green Magazine.
1969nb 6 months ago
@1969nb Thanks. I had a little minni ditch digger on the back to lay a tv cable to my pole barn when I thought, "this would make a nice picture". That's how it happen! JS
senyko 6 months ago
We have an Old model R deere sitting in our shed. The pony popped a rod back in the 70's and was left alone. During that time my grandfather pulled it with another one of our tractors to start it until the early 80's. when it was parked in the shed and used as a shelf. to this day it still has not seem the light of day, covered with cardboard and plastic, than with what ever else could be piled onto it. I wish he would let me dig it out and work on it. Thanks for sharing!
BillTheTractorMan 7 months ago
@BillTheTractorMan You need to pull the old R out and bring it back to life. You have too much history there! It may be in better shape then you think. Richard Hain, editor of the Green Magazine, picked up an old R and got it back in running shape. It's not easy, but worth it. JS
senyko 7 months ago
@senyko I'm trying to find parts for the diesel and a new sleeve for the pony engine as it was rebuilt but one of the sleeves is bad.
Any tips on where to find a rebuild kit for the diesel and a sleeve for the pony? I think if I can get some more info and show some more interest he might let me play with it some.
BillTheTractorMan 7 months ago
is it for sell? looks and runs great
Lmancates 7 months ago
I love hearing those things idle! I love those tractors.
mrdeisel335 7 months ago
@mrdeisel335 Yes, you never get tired of that sound! JS
senyko 7 months ago
Why engage the cranking engine at full throttle and cause all that grinding, or is that necessary?
flanksteak2 7 months ago
@flanksteak2 That was my fault. I engaged it a little to fast. If you do it right there is no grinding. You need it at full throttle as that is where it gets its power. JS
senyko 7 months ago
@senyko Thanks for the response.
Is it possible to engage it at a lower speed and then throttle it up once it's engaged or would that cause the pony engine to stall?
flanksteak2 7 months ago
@flanksteak2 This cranking engine is a very short stroke engine. It has zero lugging power. It gets all of its power from speed. It would stall quickly. Plus, it needs the full throttle as the exhaust of the cranking engine heats the incoming air for the big engine. It also uses the big engine's coolant to cool down the cranking engine which in turns heats the big engine coolant. This is done as per the operators manual. JS
senyko 7 months ago
@senyko Thank You and excellent restoration!
flanksteak2 7 months ago
Excellent vid !!!
Oviner123 8 months ago
@Oviner123 Thanks, JS
senyko 8 months ago
I have always wanted to see one of those old diesels being started with the pony motor. I had no idea that the pony motor ran so fast...Great video!
247DrinkBeer 8 months ago
@247DrinkBeer Thanks, JS
senyko 8 months ago
That is a beautifully restored tractor.
CALiber83 9 months ago
@CALiber83 Thanks. JS
senyko 9 months ago
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I liked your video very much.
satellitetune 9 months ago
I liked your video very much.
gwk4657 9 months ago
@gwk4657 Thanks, JS
senyko 9 months ago
where are the hydrolic levers and the three point hitch lever on it?
mringer66 9 months ago
@mringer66 The three point lever is the first lever to right of the seat, the next two levers are for the two remote hydraulic cylinders. JS
senyko 9 months ago
that was very interesting!!! thank you
MrAanenson 10 months ago
Sure brings back a lot of memories! I spent so much time on one of those I began to think it grew out of my backside. We had a Massey 81, an H and the big diesel. Grew up in the corn patch around Ottumwa, Ia. And yeah no finer sound on the planet!!! Fella down the road had a gas 730 and a 60 and on the other side of us a 70 and a 50.
Plurbus01 10 months ago
@Plurbus01 Yes, not many people can say that this was part of their growing up life. I'm glad that I can say that! JS
senyko 9 months ago
Thanks so much for your video's, very informative with wonderful machines!
geordo2001 10 months ago
@geordo2001 Thanks, JS
senyko 10 months ago
My granda has a 730 that was converted to a 12 volt system, I believe.
ureonmyhitlist 11 months ago
@ureonmyhitlist If it is a diesel then I think you mean converted it to 12 volt electric start. I would like to know if that works good. If you mean convert the 6 volt electrical system with cranking engine to 12 volt, I think that would be difficult. JS
senyko 11 months ago
@senyko Yes, 12 volt electric start. I think it works pretty good, but I don't know much about it.
ureonmyhitlist 11 months ago
Beautiful Restoration! & I Agree, The 2Cyl John Deere Diesel engine is the Best Sound you'll ever hear, Like the Deep tones of a Locomotive Steam Whistle, Music to my ears!
BulldogsWelding 11 months ago
@BulldogsWelding You have got it right!! JS
senyko 11 months ago
Thanks for the great explanation and demonstration of this unique tractor!
WarrenSML 11 months ago
@WarrenSML Your very welcome! JS
senyko 11 months ago
the correct way to start one.. waitin on the oil pressure.. seen many people ruin big engine by starting to fast without waitin on the oil pressure.. nice tractor..
whb1965 1 year ago
@whb1965 That is so true! JS
senyko 1 year ago
@senyko was that alot of money ;o im not that in to tractors and stuff but i like the sound of engines idk im weird im more into cars but what a mighty fine looking tractor that is lolz
TheBran1262 11 months ago
@TheBran1262 I don't do a complete teardown restoration. I try to buy a decent running tractor and then make the necessary repairs. I did have to completely rebuild the cranking engine, fan unit, radiator, governor, inter thrust spacer on flywheel side crankshaft and much more than I can remember. Most of it was labor, so was not that expensive. JS
senyko 11 months ago
some fine lookin tractors ya got there
CustomDeluxe1984 1 year ago
@CustomDeluxe1984 Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
@senyko need to replace the stock muffler with a chrome strait pipe..lol
whb1965 1 year ago
@whb1965 Yeah, that is pretty common but it's not for me. The throb of the engine sounds better with the stock muffler. JS
senyko 1 year ago
Qué belleza este 730 ! Aquí en Argentina fué un clásico de los campos. Gracias (thanks) !
TortugoBionico 1 year ago
@TortugoBionico Translated to english: (730 is a beauty! Here in Argentina it is a field classic, thanks.)
I welcome your comment from your great country Argentina. The 730's that were exported to Argentina are desired here in the US as a great collectable item. Thanks for your interest. JS
senyko 1 year ago
Very nice tractor, thanks for the history lesson, way to much of this information is getting lost and not passed along!
rogers1201 1 year ago
Best tractor video on youtube, excellent commentary and camera work, oh ya great looking and sounding tractor too!! 2 cylinder diesels are awesome!
redcat19 1 year ago
@redcat19 Thanks, really appreciate that! JS
senyko 1 year ago
Good job on the camerawork!
danielhpopp1 1 year ago
@danielhpopp1 Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
That looks like a very good restoration. It must have been a tremendous amount of work. Congratulations.
Erictheirritated 1 year ago
@Erictheirritated Thanks, it's not done yet. Still work to be done. I guess there always will be! JS
senyko 1 year ago
sowe it a gas Diesel Tractor like the some olded dozers from the 1950`s
mowat440 1 year ago
@mowat440 I think that you are referring to the International Harvester (Famall) Company which had gas/diesel change over. John Deere never had that combo. They used separate gas engines to start their diesels. JS
senyko 1 year ago
@senyko
Diesel powered tractors became very popular when they were fitted with RELIABLE automotive type starting systems.
Glow plug pre-warming systems completely replaced the need for start up engines used by JD & Cat. or the "gas start" diesel system used by IH.
The "30" series JD were the last 2 cylinder JDs and they were a mixture of old and new technology.
JD very briefly used a GM diesel in the 435
Great video, very well researched too!
OzzInter 1 year ago
@OzzInter Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
holy shit whenu got it goin made me jump
texxan6912 1 year ago
@texxan6912 Been around these two cylinders on and off most of my life, but still can't get enough of them! JS
senyko 1 year ago
i want one...=(
great video!
kddcc 1 year ago
@kddcc Thanks, the 730 diesel series are getting more expensive by the day! JS
senyko 1 year ago
730's are a ton heavier then they look, very good tractors
chevygearhead454 1 year ago
Wonderful, wonderful, GREAT video! Best video of this tractor I have ever seen!
Great explanation of tractor and use and options/accessories.
My first experience of these tractors was at the age of four between my father's legs driving (while he was sleeping) his new 1954 70 Diesel with a 'pony' motor. When he purchased a new 730 Diesel to compliment the 70 Diesel, he chose the electric start and it became my tractor to use!
I still get goosebumps from hearing the starting of this tractor!
gardbr 1 year ago
@gardbr Thanks, I get goosebumps myself. JS
senyko 1 year ago
Great video & GREAT tractor. I grew up on a farm in SD in the 50' & 60's. We farmed with Case tractors, but I always loved the old "Johnny Poppers". A guy I worked for when I was about 15 had a 70 diesel, but didn't know how to start it right--he would open the throttle before he engaged the starting clutch--OK when cold but did it hot one time & the engine fired too soon, started backwards and broke a valve in the pony.
mrfarmerjimbob 1 year ago
@mrfarmerjimbob
That's a great story! 80% of people starting the two cylinder diesels have the throttle open. The operators manual tells you not to do that, but they do it anyway.
JS
senyko 1 year ago
@mrfarmerjimbob
i agree i love the old "johnny poppers".. i have 2 old poppers. i have a 1956 jd 60 and a 1948 jd B which is being restored and then going to be used for show... i love listening to the popping.. i put my ear up to the stack and just listen to it for a long time..
alldogz13 1 year ago
Nice 730, have to love the narrow fronts and the 2 cylinder
inkdup420 1 year ago
Very cool!
jhofmann33 1 year ago
@jhofmann33
Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
nice video of your 730, why not add a video starting your '38 G now..back in the '60s we farmed a section with a 720D & 730e (elect. start).. never did like the electric start, couldn't keep those four 6volt batteries charged high enough to turn that engine enough cranks to start it even in the summer.. down side to the pony motor was points could burn up easy leaving the start switch on or running out of gas at the worst time, but I never tired of using either one when they were running!
ANICON2006 1 year ago
@ANICON2006 Thanks for the comments. Everything you said is true.
The old G starts good. Best one of our unstyled models for starting. Maybe I will put that on some day. JS
senyko 1 year ago
Take me back to 1959. Better times and better equipment. See if any of the this new modern foreign junk last this long.
wq1299 1 year ago
i agree with that, i love that sound. Beautiful tractor
eerrbb256 1 year ago
Beautiful tractor!
slowride55 1 year ago
@slowride55
Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
@senyko How long was the restoration?
slowride55 1 year ago
i really like john deere diesel tractor im an international guy but i mostly lokie all old farm tractor from all the makers
TheTractorguy140 1 year ago
The peak of American engineering, quality and design!
VikefanTony 1 year ago
I believe id rather have Internationals start on gas and switch to diesel. Nice tractor though.
farmall51 1 year ago
@farmall51
International tractor gas/diesels were a very good setup. They were the leaders in diesel engine technology for many years. You have a good argument. JS
senyko 1 year ago
I have got me a nice john Deere 70W Gas and it will be a pretty nice tractor once it is painted And it is so nice to see such a good sounding awesome lookin' antique john deere deisel
1936johndeerea 1 year ago
@1936johndeerea
Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
sorry im italian and im a bit ignorant about this kind of engine... but what does this have on it? like two engines? one for the warm up and one to ordinary drive?
eltragonwithestilo 1 year ago
@eltragonwithestilo
Before 1960's there was no way to start a diesel (no glow plugs), especially when it's cold out, other than having a gasoline engine to start first which would warm up the diesel. When it was warm enough, then you could use the same gasoline engine to turn it over and start it. After the diesel engine started, then you would stop the gasoline engine. JS
senyko 1 year ago
@senyko thanks... sorry but here in italy we used to have gasoline tractors such as the "landini testa calda". thanks
eltragonwithestilo 1 year ago
i have a question even though the pony engine is meant for warming up the other engine, can you drive on the pony engine?
K1ll3rM4st3r 1 year ago
@K1ll3rM4st3r
Yes you can. I fact some recommend this because the pony engine doesn't get enough use. I know one guy that uses the pony to drive the tractor out of his barn so that it doesn't stink up the place and give the pony a good workout. You just put it in gear, hold the engaging lever and push in the clutch. The gas tank only holds one quart, so you are constantly filling it though. JS
senyko 1 year ago
@senyko thanks for the reply
K1ll3rM4st3r 1 year ago
That is a mighty nice sounding 730 you got there. My dad to this day wishes he hadn't sold his 730 Diesel electric start. We still use our 1957 720 LP Gas every season to tug the sprayer around our farm. It's the 14th 720 ever made and the first one to make it to Texas.
mr3vil666 1 year ago
@mr3vil666
Great story!
Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
@lonerman270
The float-ride-seat was a great option and the farmers loved it.
JS
senyko 1 year ago
actually , the R model became the 80. 820 and 830. they had larger cubic inch engines than the g, 70 720 and 730.. nice tractor nice video...
whb1965 1 year ago
@whb1965
Yes, that is correct. The 70 (720 730) diesel is a smaller version of the R engine.
JS
senyko 1 year ago
that is the correct way to start the diesel.. most folks dont watch the oil pressure on the big engine and crank it too fast.. great job..
whb1965 1 year ago
@whb1965
Your right. Also, most people advance the throttle before the start procedure which can do harm to the engine. You only advance the throttle when conditions are correct to start big engine. JS
senyko 1 year ago
Beautiful tractor and sounds great too!
bensh1994 1 year ago
@bensh1994
Thanks, JS
senyko 1 year ago
Great tractor where in Illinois did you find this tractor and what condition was it in.
electech72 1 year ago
@electech72
I can't remember exactly where, but was near Springfield, IL. I will have to dig through some of my paperwork. The tractor was rough, but sheetmetal was good and the big engine ran well. The inside thrust washer on the crank (flywheel side) was bad. The cranking engine was in very bad shape. It is a very interesting engine. 2 inch throw and 2 inch pistons. All pistons go up at the same time. Hard to work on, but is rewarding when it runs right after your done.
JS
senyko 1 year ago
Fantastic tractor. Thanks for sharing a bit of John Deere history!!
renaizzance 1 year ago
Beautifully restored JD! Thanks for sharing such an informative video of agriculture's history with John Deere..
renaizzance 1 year ago
I love watching old tractors, John Deere or not, always been facinated in the way they startup, run, and move. Could ride on 1 for hours. Awesome video
doyouliketowatch 2 years ago
doyouliketowatch,
I agree about all of the old tractors. But the rhythm sound of the John Deere's makes the field work day go faster.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
how do you shut the diesle off is it by pulling the throttle all the way back
johndeere528 2 years ago
johndeere528,
Yes. There is a knob just below the throttle that stops the throttle lever for idle. When the stop knob is pulled out the throttle lever is pulled past idle to full fuel shutoff. JS
senyko 2 years ago
to change the spark plugs in the left side of the pony engine do you have to take the hood off and is the pony engine two stroke
johndeere528 2 years ago
johndeere528,
You can change the spark plugs without taking off the hood, but it is difficult. The cranking engine is 4 cycle. It has a crankcase for oil. JS
senyko 2 years ago
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Jespertichelaar 1 year ago
great great great!!!
From Argentina
poderosov8 2 years ago
poderosov8,
Thank You,
JS
senyko 2 years ago
That is a great idle.
Growly
TheDevindevin 2 years ago
TheDevindevin,
Thanks,
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Very nice 730! I just traded a case 930 for one! Pony start too!
82Hellbilly 2 years ago
82Hellbilly,
Hope all goes well with your 730. Maybe you can put it on YouTube soon?
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Nice 730. I disagree with you on your starting procedure. Throttle should be at at least 1/8-1/4. That is why you had excessive cranking under full compression. I have a 720 diesel and it starts so much better with just a little throttle.
720diesel 2 years ago
720diesel,
Well I have a difference of opinion on this, but appreciate the comments. Excessive cranking under commpression was my decision to build up heat (simulating cold weather). When I felt like it was ready to start, I advanced the throttle and it will start with nearly no black smoke as there is not any fuel in the combustion chambers until the throttle allows it. This is the recomemded starting procedrue by Deere.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
@senyko Beautiful tractor. [ Drool ] I grew up with a 730DE and a 720 D Pony. Very nice and correct starting procedure. Very diplomatic reply to 720diesel. You are as cool as your tractors.
1969nb 2 years ago
1969nb,
I wish I could have grown up with a 730D. We had a unstyled B, styled B and later a new 60. I loved that tractor! Thanks for the kind words. JS
senyko 2 years ago
Very beautiful sound and restoration! The 730 is one of my favorite tractors and I hope to buy one someday, I also really like the '38 G you have setting there, I am currently restoring a '38 B and I have completely disassembled it cleaned everything and put it back together with new or good parts wherever needed, I now have it running perfect and hope to get it painted next summer. Again, excellent job on both tractors! You should get a video starting and running the G. Thanks for the nice vid!
jd2cyl 2 years ago
Thanks, My brother and got that G out of a junk yard with about quarter of its parts missing. Love that G also.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
That is a very nice restoration job, I am working on restoring a 1956 john deere 60. i was very interested in the history of the tractor. just a great flawless restoration. Good Job.
BRRJD 2 years ago
BRRJD,
Thanks, My Dad bought a John Deere 60brand new. The advancment over the A was amazing. Live PTO, live hydraulic, power steering and duplex carburator made a beautiful tractor. When you get done, you will love it. The 45 loader was also meant for that tractor. Got one for sale if interested.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Beautiful is all I can say. One of my favorites.
akretowicz 2 years ago
hows it in so good condition if its 1959
moni370 2 years ago
Moni370,
Well time and money will make almost anything look and work like new.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
nice. beautiful place you live in.
moni370 2 years ago
golfcarttractor,
Thanks. As you can imagine, rebuilding that pony engine as a long story in itself.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
This is an excellent video. Thank you for taking the time to create it and for doing such a fine job. Your 730 is a beautiful tractor!!!
Archivesman1 2 years ago
Archivesman1,
Thanks for the kind words!
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Nice tractor !!!!
spyfox14 2 years ago
spyfox14,
Thanks,
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Does the 730 have much more power than the 70D?
73828 2 years ago
73828,
The 720-730 diesel had a belt horsepower of 58.84 and the 70D had hp of 51.49.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Very nicely done sir!! One of the best videos period!!
I remember these tractors fondly. My butt polished many of them seats!!
Thanks for posting!
peptobiz 2 years ago
peptobiz,
Thanks, I know what you mean by having your butt polished!
JS
senyko 2 years ago
This has to be the best John Deere video on YouTube.
darkwood777 2 years ago
darkwood
Wow, I thank you very much!
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Beautiful tractors! :) absolutely flawless :)
rloh91 2 years ago
rloh91,
Thanks, JS
senyko 2 years ago
The only thing i got to laugh at all day thanks alot.
johndeere720w 2 years ago
Great looking tractor. im having trouble finding one with a pony start and a nf. do you know of one? how much would it be worth?
jbrown8005 2 years ago
jbrown,
A good 730/830 with good cranking engine will go for $8000.00 to 12,000.00. Go to yesterday's tractor site and click on photo ads.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
That tractor looks new, like it was made within the last year :P
yesiamanalien 2 years ago
yesiamanalien
Thanks, JS
senyko 2 years ago
Awesome tractor's!!! Thanks for showing..
JDeereGP 2 years ago
JDeereGP,
Thanks, JS
senyko 2 years ago
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doltoy 2 years ago
I think it sounds great when starting.
OK, let me get this straight: You're engaging the compression release, then engaging cranking engine and crank, release compression release and crank, then a tap of the throttle and it goes? The cranking engine is gas, right? Enjoyed the video!
doltoy 2 years ago
doltoy,
Yes, that is correct. The last part of the starting operation is advancing the throttle. When it is very cold out, you need to run the gas cranking engine longer to warm up the big engine. Also, you can check the oil pressure. With the throttle pulled all the way back, fuel is shut off. By advancing the throttle when it is ready, it will start with no or very little smoke.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
WOW, it sure sounds awful when starting up. My Benz had glow plugs didn't sound like that. OF course Mercedes knows how to make a excellent diesel engine.
UFOSPACE1999 2 years ago
anthony342,
Yes, it should be called cranking engine.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Pricher1991,
Thanks, JS
senyko 2 years ago
its harsh calling it pony .....
anthony342 2 years ago
porno brilliant! ;)
Pricher1991 2 years ago
dmeyer302
Thanks. I agree. You have to spend time and money on them, but when they are right you can start the main engine about as fast and have more fun.
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Mmm, the sweet sound of a two-cylinder diesel.
Pony engines are just plain cool! I don't know why everybody is so crazy about electric start conversions and such.
dmeyer302 2 years ago
stinos4,
Thanks. Great to hear from you!
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Verry nice movie & explaining things about the Tractor! John Deere Is The Best! Greets from Belgium!
stinos4 2 years ago
i really dont have anything to add but when it is 40 below outside i will sit in here watch your video drink beer and let my 820 sleep thank you and youtube
ernie27177 2 years ago
Ah, the 820. That's as good as you can get!
JS
senyko 2 years ago
Two nice restores.....do u do work with them or just show?
93deere 2 years ago